supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Art Champion (Dunfermline and Dysart)
with Furniture Plus Ltd.
| About this opportunity: | Furniture Plus provides affordable furniture to people in Fife through their Dysart and Dunfermline stores, supporting the community and the environment by reducing waste and encouraging reuse • They are looking for Art Champions to organise donated art within their Dysart and Dunfermline stores • The main tasks include: • Sort art donations • Price art, and at times, research appropriate pricing • Display art in the store, including hanging pictures on walls • To ensure the art section is well-presented, clean and tidy at all times This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys art to put their knowledge to good use and to learn more about art sales • Volunteers can acquire skills, knowledge and confidence as part of a dynamic team of staff and volunteers • If this is what you are looking for, get in touch with Furniture Plus today • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Minimum age: | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Training provided: | They provide a full induction (Health & Safety). Each volunteer will be partnered up with a fully experienced member of staff to begin with, and there will always be a named contact on hand to provide support. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Travel expenses are paid at 10p per mile for walking, 24p per mile for a motorbike, 45p per mile for driving and full payment for bus tickets. These expenses are available on a case by case basis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Experience required: | Furniture Plus are happy to receive volunteers who are willing and keen to learn new skills, whilst growing confidence, meeting new people, have fun and feeling part of your local community. A passion and knowledge for art, an ability to organise, and an understanding of the value of art would be appreciated. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Application process: | Application Form; Informal Chat; Trial Period | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Travel Details | Castle Industrial Centre, Queensferry Road,
Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 8NT.
7 - 21 Alexander Street
Kirkcaldy, KY1 4QQ | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |